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New 2021 CAMEO 5th wheel. For some reason I’ll never understand the Electric plug for shore power is in the rear. Is it possible to wire a second one to the front ? Of coarse batteries, inverter are in far forward compartment. Thank you!
 
Yes you could do that but you have to be careful. The outlet in the rear would have power to it and could be very dangerous with kids around unless you could install some type of disconnect which would power either one and not the other one. Or you could disconnect it completely.
From what I’ve seen on the east coast, pedestals are typically on the drivers side about half way down the edge of the sites. My cable plugs in the rear also and I had to buy a 15’ extension which I need at many of the CG.
 
Thanks guys, but as my OP stated....my plug is on the rear of the unit. It's a 2021 CAMEO 3021RL.It IS an East Coast unit, in fact I THINK all Crossroads CAMEO 5ths have the rear plug. Makes no sense to me either. I agree, it stinks being there. I intend to use my inverter Gen in the bed of the truck solely for running ONE a/c unit in rest areas for a few hrs etc, or truck stops whatever. The inverter DOES run one A/C, I've tried that already. Previous TT had plug on the side towards the front. I hate the thought of running cord 36'+ from truck to rear of unit.
Unit also came with switches and wired for on board gen and a space in front compartment for one. Thanks again, I can take pics if that would help.
 
The better quality 50A extensions don't get so stiff when it is cold. They cost more, of course!

For your needs I think I would permanently install an extension cable under the trailer. Put a 50A female plug on one end so it can plug to the rear shore power port. And either a coiled male end up front (long enoough to reach the truck genset) or a permanent female inlet plus a short extension cord to reach the truck.
 
If it is pre-wired for a generator in the front bay, you should have a junction box that you could wire to. Do you see any electrical boxes in the generator bay marked 120 volts?
Trailer should have a transfer switch already installed to isolate generator and shore power.
 
Gary, Don thanks. I was thinking what Gary suggests and Don. I will do one or the other. Thanks so much guys, I tried to find a stretch extension but had no luck!!! 😀
 
Several suppliers of marine shorepower components offer either transfer switches or dual breakers with a lock-out slide so only one may be on at a time. Blue Seas offers them in a watertight enclosure. There are also barrel switches that do the same thing. You just need to remember to shut off power before switching them because they like to arc and burn up contacts.
 
How large is your generator? 30 amp extension cords are a lot lighter and more flexible than a 50 amp cord and can carry up to 3600 watts. No need to use a 50 amp extension cord unless your generator produces more power than this.
 
How large is your generator? 30 amp extension cords are a lot lighter and more flexible than a 50 amp cord and can carry up to 3600 watts. No need to use a 50 amp extension cord unless your generator produces more power than this.
Exactly what I was thinking. In fact the A/C runs fine plugged into 20 amp cord at home.
 
A 50’ cord would be a bear to work with especially if it got a little chilly. I’ve found that a 15’ cord works fine
I didn't say 50', I said 50A He already has a cord, probably just needs another 15-25'.
 
You guys help and interest is appreciated more than you know! Ok another question…..it’s wired with the switch, note has place for generator, upper right. Why can’t I wire a cord there and mount 30 Amp outlet , make a 8’ 30 amp cord and go boondocking???
 

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The better quality 50A extensions don't get so stiff when it is cold. They cost more, of course!

For your needs I think I would permanently install an extension cable under the trailer. Put a 50A female plug on one end so it can plug to the rear shore power port. And either a coiled male end up front (long enoough to reach the truck genset) or a permanent female inlet plus a short extension cord to reach the truck.

I am going to support Gary here (not at all uncommon)
I'd put a hatch next to the power inlet.. the little what 6 or 8 inch square one that takes the most common key in the RV world... And that is where I'd put the "Outlet" end of a cord... Then run the cord along the frame to the front to an "inlet" (The part attached to the RV is called an Inlet)

Easier to get a proper extension cord. "Throw" the cord under the RV. make sure plug/outlet connections are off the ground in case of RAIN.
 
You guys help and interest is appreciated more than you know! Ok another question…..it’s wired with the switch, note has place for generator, upper right. Why can’t I wire a cord there and mount 30 Amp outlet , make a 8’ 30 amp cord and go boondocking???
You can. Can't tell from the picture if there is already a cable going to the generator connection. If there is, the other end is in the front compartment that was prepped for a generator.
 

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